Olympus E-PL5 vs Olympus E-PL9

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-PL5 versus Olympus E-PL9, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the E-PL9 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL5 was revealed 6 years earlier than the E-PL9 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the E-PL5 scores against the E-PL9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL5 features outer dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL9 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PL5 versus Olympus E-PL9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PL5 compared to the E-PL9.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL5 and E-PL9 is 88 and 85 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL5 and E-PL9.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files although you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged E-PL5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.